Calendar – September, 25 2008

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Last day to take advantage of Virgin’s Hertz triple mile offer. Flying Club members can earn 3,000 miles per rental of any Hertz vehicle.

Last day for prospective members to join the Choice Privileges program and be on the fast track to Elite Gold status. Every qualifying night’s stay will count double towards Elite Gold status until Dec. 31, 2008 and new members will reach Gold with only five nights instead of the usual 10. Enroll online at choicehotels.com/goldoffer.

Last day to receive a $25, $50 or $100 credit per room, per two-day stay, at participating Starwood hotels and resorts in Southern California. Choose from participating hotels in Fresno, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Mammoth Lakes, Ontario/Rancho Cucamonga, Orange County, Palm Springs or San Diego.

Last day to earn up to 40,000 bonus miles with US Airways Grand Slam promotion. Members earn a “hit” for each qualifying transaction with participating Dividend Miles partners, and for every fourth hit earn bonus miles in addition to the miles normally earned with the partner.

Last day American AAdvantage members can book awards at the current redemption rates. Effective Oct. 1, 2008, American AAdvantage is raising its award requirements on select routes and award types. Most of the changes affect business/first class awards and AAnytime awards, although a few coach award levels are also increasing. Additionally, AAdvantage awards that require miles and a cash co-payment will be discontinued on this date.

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